Business Development Manager - New Business

DSV; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global transport and logistics leader is seeking an individual for a Key Account Management role based in Kempton Park, Gauteng. The successful candidate will be responsible for signing up new accounts, managing client relationships, and meeting business targets. Experience in sales, reporting, and CRM management is essential. The company offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and collaboration within a diverse team.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in Key Account Management & New Business sales.
• Experience in achieving new business targets.
• Experience with tender management.

Responsibilities

• Prospect for new business and develop a pipeline of leads.
• Manage client relationships and ensure timely updates in CRM.
• Monthly billing and financial reporting to stakeholders.

Skills

Management of client relationships

Sales prospecting

Financial reporting

Competitor analysis

Education

Completed Grade 12 / Matric

Tertiary qualification

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Dynamics CRM

Job description

SUMMARY

The main purpose of this role is to sign up new accounts and to meet monthly and annual new business targets.

Strategic accounts need to be signed up and the implementation of these accounts needs to be managed by the candidate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prospect for new business and develop a qualified pipeline of leads and convert to actual billing sustainable clients.
• Manage client relationships.
• Monthly billing and financial reporting shared with the various stakeholders.
• General administrative duties – daily.
• Represent the DSV brand.
• Analysis of sales related information and report weekly to Regional New Business Sales Manager.
• Maintaining client data and updating regularly on CRM System, Dynamics.
• Continuous reporting on competitor and industry analysis.
• Assist in tender / proposal production and delivery. (Preparation and presentation)
• Create sustainable value for customers by adopting an innovative approach to their business.
• Ensure that the required quarterly, accumulative and annual targets are met.
• Implementation and communication of signed business is shared with all stakeholders.
• Management of debtor’s days of clients within the company’s requirements.
• Ensure regular Inter department communication.
• Identifying cross silo solutions and working with other Department heads to ensure successful partnerships.
• Ensure that Dynamics is updated and maintained as per the company procedures and Quality Management System.
• Carry out any other duties as may be requested by Management.
• Meet the expected client call ratio KPI as indicated by your MAS.
• Be deadline driven.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed Grade 12 / Matric
• Tertiary qualification would be an advantage

COMPUTER SKILLS

• MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint at Intermediary level a MUST
• Advanced skill would be greatly advantageous

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE

• 2-3 years Key Account Management & New Business sales experience
• Experience in prospecting for new business
• Experience in achieving new business targets set
• Tender Management
• Experience in selling cross silo solutions
• Signing up strategic new accounts and growing business
• Experience with implementation of strategic accounts
• Reporting day to day to the Regional Sales Manager
• Weekly and Monthly reporting (where needed / requested)
• Daily CRM updates and completion
• Adhering to the MAS for the role

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.